We are conducting a research study to search for genes or genetic factors that contribute to the development of UVEITIS (also called IRITIS). Many patients with uveitis have family members that also have uveitis. Our ultimate goal is to be able to treat or even prevent uveitis by better understanding the genetics of this disease.

Participants will be asked to provide personal medical details that relate to their disease, and to have a blood sample drawn which will be used for DNA testing.

If your family has two or more individuals who suffer from UVEITIS or IRITIS, then we invite you to participate in this study. We especially need families with siblings (i.e. brothers and sisters) who have this disease.

You will not personally benefit from participating in this study. However, by participating as a subject, you may contribute new information which we believe will benefit patients in the future.

If you wish to participate or have questions about the study, please contact the Study Coordinator, Barbara Rajska, by phone: 503-494-3689 or email